Senior Applied Scientist - Pricing Strategy Expert

Are you ready to push your limits and make a meaningful impact? At Coinbase, our mission is to enhance economic freedom across the globe. This ambitious goal demands our utmost dedication every day as we build the innovative onchain platform and shape the future of the global financial system. We are looking for a dynamic individual who is passionate about our mission and who believes in the transformative potential of cryptocurrency and blockchain technology. If you aspire to make a substantial impact on the world, thrive in high-pressure environments while collaborating with exceptional colleagues, and actively seek constructive feedback for continuous improvement, we want you on our team. Seize the opportunity to confront our most complex challenges directly. Our work environment is fast-paced and may not be suitable for everyone. However, if you aspire to shape the future alongside talented professionals who excel in their fields and demand the same from you, then this is the perfect place for you. Coinbase values Data Science as integral to our product development and decision-making processes. We collaborate closely with Product, Engineering, and Design teams to define our strategic direction and enhance our understanding of our users. Our proficiency in experimentation, analytics, and advanced modeling generates insights that significantly drive the company’s success. As a Senior Data Scientist on our Retail Trading Team, you will spearhead pricing experiments and play a critical role in shaping our pricing strategy. Your responsibilities will include designing and analyzing tests, identifying opportunities to enhance engagement and profitability, and effectively articulating your insights and strategies to executive leadership. Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to define the pricing vision, roadmap, and priorities. Design and develop pricing models and evaluation frameworks to identify optimal pricing strategies. Create causal models to assess the impacts of fee changes, utilizing experiments and observational data. Initiate and maintain data pipelines and models with exceptional attention to detail and craftsmanship. Present findings and recommendations clearly and concisely to senior leadership. What We're Looking For: A demonstrated commitment to core cultural values such as clear communication, positive energy, continuous learning, and efficient execution. A preferred PhD or Master’s degree in Economics or Statistics, with 5+ years of relevant experience. At least 5 years of experience in pricing experimentation, data analysis, and statistical modeling. Strong proficiency in SQL, Python, R, or other programming languages applicable for data analysis and statistical modeling. A proven track record of developing plans for analytics projects and managing extensive, complex analytical initiatives across multiple teams. Exceptional communication and presentation skills, able to convey complex data and analyses to non-technical stakeholders effectively. Detail-oriented and able to perform well under tight deadlines. Preferred Qualifications: Experience in applying causal inference techniques beyond controlled experiments. A background in the cryptocurrency sector or experience at a crypto exchange is a plus. Please note: Applying for a specific role does not guarantee consideration for that exact position. We assess leveling and team matching throughout the interview process. ID: G2462 Pay Transparency Notice: Depending on your location, the target annual base salary for this position ranges from $180,370 to $212,200 USD. Full-time offers from Coinbase also include bonus eligibility, equity eligibility, and a comprehensive benefits package. Note: Each candidate may submit a maximum of four applications within a 30-day period. We encourage you to align your skills and interests with Coinbase's roles before applying. Commitment to Equal Opportunity: Coinbase is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment, regardless of race, color, religion, creed, gender, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sex, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, or any other protected status under applicable law. We also consider qualified applicants with criminal histories for employment, in compliance with applicable laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the employment process, please contact us to discuss your request.

Created: 2026-03-06